Trench art shell with Egyptian decorations

This is a WW1 trench art shell with stylized Egyptian motifs.

The entire shell is decorated with pyramids, palm trees, animals and even ancient people. Well crafted and a style not often encountered.

Probably crafted and retailed in a major city such as Cairo, during the war or soon after.

This example went home with a British soldier.

It has seen a hard life. It was dropped and dinged at the base and has a long surface crack. It also suffered through years of polish (typical of English shells) and now is developing a dark patina.

My photos of my trench art— do not copy or use my photos in any manner without permission.

scott